With a diverse background as a Certified Life & Health Coach, Doula, Certified Reiki Master Practitioner, Herbalist, and an MBA, I blend spirituality, respect for indigenous (Yoruba) cultures, and sustainability into my holistic approach. My work focuses on healing, resilience, and promoting social and holistic justice through a trauma-informed and globally aware lens.

Rooted in a deep spiritual practice, I offer yoga sessions that go beyond physical postures. My approach integrates mindfulness, meditation, and energy healing to foster inner peace and resilience. I hold a profound respect for my Yoruba culture, recognizing its wisdom and strength, I incorporate my traditional healing practices into my yoga and wellness sessions.

With a trauma-informed approach, I create safe, supportive environments for healing. As a maternal health advocate, I understand the impact of trauma on the body and mind to help individuals process and heal from their experiences, as my yoga sessions are designed to support trauma recovery and foster resilience.

My yoga teacher's journey is a remarkable blend of spirituality, respect for indigenous cultures, (global) sustainability, yummy vegan cooking, and a deep commitment to trauma-informed care. Throughout my work, I foster environments where healing, justice, and sustainability are paramount. My holistic approach underscores the importance of addressing trauma to create a more compassionate and just world.

What do you want the world to know about you? We are all remembered for different reasons by various people. I’m known for my silver curls and magnetic energy. Day by day, we make decisions that shape the world around us. Sometimes decisions are made from places of fear, blockages or holding onto what no longer serves us.

As a Reiki Master, I send healing energy that is used for stress reduction and relaxation. The body has the ability to heal itself and to do so, complete relaxation is often beneficial. Sometimes, when we’re in the state of relaxation, we can often see the world differently.

What if we changed the narrative in our heads? You know, those silly doubting thoughts that stop us every time. When I started to challenge my own thoughts, I understood my reasons for decisions made… without judgement. Thoughts such as: “everyone is staring at you!!” My Response: As they should!! I spent 20 mins on this hair, changed my pants about three times and I may have skipped a meal to squeeze in the pants I didn't end up wearing…my legs do look amazing in these cowboy boots! Perhaps, it’s okay that people appreciate the efforts it took for us to arrive or SHOW-UP. Let them gaze at you with appreciation. What a great feeling to have people acknowledge and notice your efforts.

People have often spoken to me as if I already were a healer of some sort. I took a chance on myself in spite of self-doubt and fear. After showing up to my first reiki practitioner class, it felt like homemade baked mac ‘n cheese on a rainy day; home! By taking a leap, I allowed myself to see my true capabilities. Who knew, people really are looking, noticing and perhaps staring at me.

The time and effort we spend doing the work on ourselves is valued when you believe that you are worthy of happiness, peace, and a blessed world that you want to live in. Show up for yourself, this is your world. Honestly believe, you can catch yourself. You’re more than capable, more than enough, more than able! You got this!!

Meet me on my chair. Let’s chat. I’ll send healing energy and you, relax. Perhaps, discover how to see your world differently to make choices from a loving space…by the way, “who are THESE people!!”

200HR RYT

Ruth Febo, she/her/ella, (RYT® 200), first came to yoga in 2003 for the physical benefits of the practice. Her doctor recommended yoga to help her with some physical challenges she was working through. She practiced occasionally, but never thought of it as anything more than stretching exercises. It was not until 2016, when she started to study yoga philosophy and explore the other limbs of yoga, that she developed a regular practice. She received her teaching certificate at Metrowest Yoga & Training Center in 2019 under the guidance of Shawn Shaw and the wonderful teachers at Metrowest Yoga. In her classes, she emphasizes breath during movement to help cultivate a mind-body connection. She believes sangha, community, is an important part of the practice and a place where practitioners can offer support and acceptance of one another. She continues to be a student of yoga, on and off the mat.

Hi, I’m Alana(she/her)! I'm a 200hr yoga instructor who started practicing yoga in 2015 with at home youtube videos which truly began a journey of self-discovery and awareness.Practicing more in a private space initially, I didn't start practicing in any studio until early 2024. In September 2024, I committed to the yoga teacher program at Hot Power Yoga and became certified in May 2025. I am planning to continue my education in the mindfulness space in the near future.I fell in love with yoga for the way it brings peace to the mind and strength to the body, and now I’m passionate about sharing that with others. My classes are all about mindful movement, compassion, and truly connecting with self — whether you’re stepping on the mat for the first time or deepening your practice. Initially I have taught  Vinyasa/ hot power Vinyasa yoga, I am looking forward to learning more about Hatha, Yin and restorative yoga. I enjoy yoga as a means to connect deeper with self and others, hoping to bring inclusivity and body positivity to the community. Off the mat, you can find me reading, tending to my plants or roller skating.

Hi, I’m Julie! I’m a 200 hr certified yoga instructor, Reiki practitioner, birth doula, holistic mentor, & herbalist!
My main styles of teaching are Hatha/Gentle, and restorative yoga. I pride myself in holding nurturing and nourishing space in my classes, welcoming people of all levels and experience with yoga and meditation. I often say that I teach what I need, that’s where the essence of my teaching style stems from!

My journey into yoga and all of my holistic practices started from a place of deepening self understanding and healing. From places where I really needed these practices and they helped me to regulate myself and live in deeper harmony. I love being able to give little slices of wisdom and deeper self understanding to others through my classes, where people can take what resonates and leave the rest.

It is my passion to hold nurturing spaces, my heart centered work. I’m deeply honored to be in the line of work that I do, holding space for others!

FB/IG: @Holisticheartbirth
Email: Holisticheartbirth@gmail.com
Website: Holisticheartbirth.com
Credentials: 200hr trained from an organization called heart n soul healing (graduated may 2021), in a prenatal yoga teacher training currently, Reiki practitioner, holistic mentor, birth doula

Jacqueline has her 200 hour yt and is reiki 1&2 certified . She been sharing her passion for wellness through yoga since 2017 . Catering specifically to women as new as a day to years of recovery for substance use disorder order. Her teaching consist of beginners flow , restorative and aromatherapy. She recently created her own recovery yoga retreat . Women Strong Yoga Retreat offering several wellness tools and to the community of her peers. The concept being that it’s accessible and affordable. She also provides events that aid in supporting the basic need of women entering recovery. As of October 2022 she has obtained and is working towards completing her Recovery Coach Certification. Jacqueline looks forward to expanding her recovery community and being able to assist her fellow recoveree anyway possible.

Jordan Murphy (she/her/hers) is a 200hr E-RYT, YA Certified Prenatal Yoga Instructor, and a Trauma Conscious Yoga Instructor (TCYM), specializing in anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief & loss, + more. Her classes hold focus in tuning inward, noticing when the body and mind are out of balance and how the practice of yoga can bring us back to self. She has a private practice, offering yoga as a path for trauma-healing in group and individual classes and workshops. Jordan is also the founder of Worcester BIPOC Yoga Collective, a yoga community focused on creating and holding healing spaces for those identifying as BIPOC.

Please email Jordan for the local Trauma-Conscious Yoga group class schedule and to schedule a private session.

Tiffany is a 200 YT and has practiced for a decade and has taught for a year. She enjoys incorporating movement practices to self-care routines. She teaches gentle and restorative classes that are beginner friendly.

ShaQuan Read (she/her) – Trauma Therapist, Performance Coach, & Yoga Practitioner

ShaQuan is a Trauma Therapist,Consultant and Performance Coach.  She is an RYT-200 yoga instructor with specialized training in Trauma-Conscious Yoga through My Vinyasa Practice and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction from the Herb Benson Institute. Her practice is rooted in helping individuals regulate their nervous systems, reconnect with their bodies, and cultivate inner resilience. She runs ShaQuan Read Counseling, LLC and Rooted In Breath Wellness. 

Blending trauma-informed movement, mindfulness, and breathwork, ShaQuan creates accessible, grounding, and healing spaces for BIPOC communities and beyond. Whether guiding a gentle flow, facilitating deep relaxation, or integrating somatic healing techniques, she is passionate about supporting others on their journey toward balance and well-being.

www.shaquanreadcounseling.com

www.rootedinbreathwellness.com

 IG: @shaquanread

Hilda is a Yoga Instructor, Reiki Practitioner, Ayurvedic Specialist,
Registered Nurse, Patient Advocate, and Prenatal, Birth, and
Postpartum Coach.

Hilda's yoga practice began in 2004, after sustaining multiple back injuries resulting from a car accident. Her yoga practice not only healed her body but also created a life-long mind-body-spirit relationship that fosters sustainable wellness practices and promotes mindful movement, resulting in a rich yet gentle life without chronic pain. Hilda's offerings include Vinyasa, Hatha, and Restorative yoga styles for all populations, including Prenatal, Postnatal, and those suffering from chronic pain and limited range of motion. Hilda incorporates sound healing, Reiki, meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and Ayurvedic teachings in her yoga sessions to promote self-awareness, self-acceptance, creativity, and ownership of one's ever-evolving healing practice.

Hilda has Reiki I and II Degree Practitioner Certifications in the
Usui Method; She earned her RYT200 Yoga Teacher Certification, Restorative and Prenatal/Postnatal Yoga Certification, and Ayurveda Specialist Certification through the Yoga and Ayurveda Center.

Hilda lives in Worcester and is a nomadic yogi, bringing her customized services to public and private events throughout the state and to the homes of clients who prefer a more personalized practice. She is the founder and owner of Glistening Waters Center for Integrative Wellness.

Website: www.glisteningwaterswellness.com
Email: glisteningwaterswellness@gmail.com

Sherylynn is passionate about wellness. A certified yoga instructor, Barre instructor, artist, and woman of faith, she seeks to encourage and spread a message of hope in her teaching. Sherylynn leans into her faith in her personal asana practice, and is the founder and owner of TrustLoveKnow | The Christian Wellness Company where she offers a Christ-centered vinyasa alternative to traditional yoga classes. To learn more visit: www.trustloveknow.com

Mar'Kee Thomas, she/her, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and 200hr Registered Yoga Teacher. Mar'Kee is a multiracial woman, mother of 2 and an embodied healer. Shadow work, grief and loss integration and identity crises/complexities are Mar’Kee’s specific areas of expertise. Mar'Kee is a firery spirited soul who is passionate about healing through yoga and looks forward to sharing this passion with you!

Char Willingham is a trauma-informed yoga and meditation teacher (E-RYT 500, RPYT, YACEP), sound healing practitioner, and wellness facilitator with over a decade of experience holding space for personal and collective healing. She is deeply committed to creating inclusive and affirming wellness spaces that center BIPOC voices and experiences. Char integrates mindfulness, movement, and sound therapy to support nervous system regulation, emotional restoration, and ancestral reconnection. Through her signature Acoustic Sound Alchemy experiences, she weaves together sacred instruments, guided meditation, and intentional breath to offer deep rest and energetic alignment. Char’s work honors the resilience, wisdom, and wholeness within each participant, and her offerings are grounded, accessible, and heart-centered, creating space for rest, joy, and transformation.